Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky vs Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Lord Calvert Canadian WhiskySecret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
DistilleryLord CalvertMaster of Malt
Region
CountryCanadaScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS9 yr
Price£25.82£29.95
Rating3.00/55.00/5

Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).

Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky is better value at £26 vs £30.

For beginners: Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£25.82 vs £29.95)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£29.95 vs £25.82)

Who should buy Lord?

Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Secret?

Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaMalt ExtractHoneyToasted

Only Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky

New Wood

Only Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)

Fresh Fruit

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